Came here for a birthday celebration on a cold winter night. The staff were really nice and friendly and helped us celebrate a special occasion. We came for the sushi and it did not disappoint. Each dish was meticulously made and plated. The fish was very fresh and delicious. This is definitely more of a tradition Japanese style omakase, where the flavor of the fish really stands out. I would recommend this place for anyone looking for a classic delicious omakase experience. read more

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Absolutely phenomenal fish in a quiet, serenes setting. We were so well taken care of and enjoyed every bite. We ordered the shorter of the two options and added one piece each, which I recommended because the her gave us his two favorites for the evening and they were sublime. read more

was looking for a dinner spot in the west village for 3 people, and not gonna lie, almost passed on Sushi Teru because there was a same-day reservation available -- odd for a great omakase sushi spot, right? Boy am I glad I didn't listen to my instincts, because we had an exceptional meal at Sushi Teru. Once you open the doors, the warmth of the restaurant, staff, really hits - the artwork on the walls are bright and lively. We sat at the sushi counter and were greeted warmly by Chef Teru. As this place is omakase only, Chef did ask for any food allergy or preferences for what's to come with the 4 appetizers, 9 sushi, 1 handroll and 1 dessert. Drink menu is pretty vast but our party opted to try various sake carafes throughout the meal. All the fish is flown in from Japan and we were told there are about 3 shipments per week. Each course was hand-crafted by Chef and there was nothing left to be desired. We got to try lots of different fish that isn't normal fare (i.e. firefly squid, anago, etc) and the server showed us pictures of the whole fish and their names as helpful references. The three of us enjoyed this private experience as we were the only ones there and appreciated the Chef's choice in giving us more uni because he saw we really enjoyed the uni. Of course we indulged in a couple extra gluttonous pieces before dessert and couldn't help ourselves. and dessert was fantastic as well. Bathroom was also very very very clean, just as they are in Japan. Absolutely would come back and visit Chef and see what cool new fish and bites he'll prepare. read more

A truly special experience here as I was treated by a good friend to an omakase! We shared a bottle of sake in their fun glasses (I won't ruin the surprise), and ate so much amazing fish. Each dish was prepared by the chef who paced our meals well. The attention to detail was superb as he even placed the sushi at a different angle for my friend who was eating left handed. They show you photos of the fish you are eating (which was cute) and the service was immaculate. Lovely spot and would recommend for delicious omakase! read more

Chef Teru is super knowledgeable and an amazing chef. Overall, I had an amazing experience and would definitely come back again. We arrived a little early for our reservation, but Chef Teru and the staff were very accommodating and served us right away with appetizers and drinks. The sushi was super fresh, and Chef Teru really made the quality of the fish shine without compromising its freshness or overwhelming it. All the fish were shipped in from Japan and were selected by the Chef himself. As a result, the menu changes often, making every visit a unique experience. The place is quiet, and the music was also very fitting. Overall, this is definitely one of the top omakase places in the city. read more

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You guys, this new spot is now the best omakase in the city. All their fish is from the legendary Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo... Tokyo's best, brought straight to Hudson Street. Outrageous! Only one fish is from the US (the toro is from Boston) and that was sensational, too. We came here for my fiancé's birthday, and from beginning to end, it was such a special meal. Outdoor seating is enclosed with toasty heaters. Everyone treats you here with such respect and care... divine. What makes it great? The sushi chef is incredibly picky about the quality of the fish that's flown to him from Japan, so customers only get the best cuts. He won't even serve the fish to anyone if it's not up to his standard. We got the uni taster, a carafe of sake, and the Omakase menu C, but we added the chef's favorite seasonal fish to our dinner - the oily and seared rosy sea bass - which was superb! From the miso soup to the crunchy salmon skin hand roll to the matcha coconut custard, I can't rave enough. So happy they're here. Welcome to the neighborhood! 5 stars!!!!!! read more

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This restaurant reminded me of the documentary on Netflix (that admittedly I never saw), about the sushi restaurant in Japan with just a few seats and a menu that changes based on the fishes of the day. The Hudson space is gorgeous, and though small, it has a counter for about 10 - 12 people plus a few two-top tables. We had a private dinner at the counter where two sushi chef geniuses brought us course after course of th freshest fish flown in that morning from Japan. There was baby eel, barracuda, tuna, baby squid, yellowtail fish and so much more. Every dish was better than the one before. Simple, but complex all at the same time. And the meal was finished with a beautiful sweet slice of melon. This is definitely an experience that will impress! read more

Hands down, the best sushi I've ever had! Since 2019, I'd been saving religiously for a trip to Japan in April of this year. Unfortunately, plans had to be postponed due to COVID-19. ⁣⁣⁣⁣ But with last night's belated Valentine's Day dinner with the love of my life in NYC prepared by Chef Kou with fish imported from the legendary Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo (!!!!!), it felt and tasted like my dream had came true. ⁣⁣ We splurged and made a $200/person omakase reservation for 2 on resy.com about 3 weeks ago. The $200 omakase consists of 4 appetizers, 9 pieces of nigiri, one hand roll, and one dessert. Everything was EXCEPTIONAL and so incredibly FRESH. Even the clear soup, which I would've thought would be the least favorite of what we were served, was delicious. I honestly can't even choose a least favorite because they were all outstanding! The nodoguro, a fish I'd never heard of or eaten before, has now become my favorite and it's not sold in grocery stores or found in non-boujee sushi restaurants. Of course ⁣⁣:( But I loved it so much that I bought an additional nodoguro nigiri for $18 a la carte before we were served our desserts. My boyfriend also bought an additional uni nigiri for the same cost. Service was also incredible, A+++. Chef Kou and our waiter were extremely friendly and knowledgeable and even showed us pictures of the fish we were unfamiliar with on an iPad. Watching Chef Kou prepare our food was mesmerizing. A real work of art and finesse. ⁣⁣ I still look forward to making use of that Japan itinerary one day, but until then, dinner at Sushi Teru has me on cloud 9! We'll definitely be back. read more

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The food is top notch , chef teru is ver knowledgable about the food he prepares. Overall experience was excellent

Omakase and a la carte was so great. The fish was extremely fresh and I loved how they taught us what each fish was and where it came from and any specifics about it that made it unique. You could definitely tell it was FRESH!!! Can't beat the price for this type of food. The staff was really polite and made sure everything was perfect! I will definitely be back and recommend you check this place out. The dessert that comes with the omakase was had a green tea flavor with a gold flake. Definitely made you feel extra! read more

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Loved this place! Very fresh fish. The scallop was probably my favorite followed closely by the different types of lean, medium, and fatty tuna they had - they were all so good! The clear soup didn't look like much but it was amazing - some of the most flavorful broth I have ever had. Also loved the uni tasting. Will definitely have to return! read more

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Relaxing and warm ambience. Servers were very friendly and explained our dishes very well. The omakase is completely amazing! You would never imagine that so many different pieces could taste so good. More often than not, Teru San (the chef) will offer some seasonal fish or even wagyu that fresh delivered from japan. You get what you pay for, would definitely come back here read more

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The omakase here is amazing!! You have to visit this place. Chef took us through each dish. Wonderful experience! read more

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One of the best omakase experiences in NYC! I've been to all the Michelin-starred sushi experiences here. This is on par!

This new Omakase restaurant in the West Village is an absolute delight and a must-visit for the neighborhood residents and beyond! With Edo-style Omakase, the quality and taste of each bite really comes through. The owners are natives of Saitama and Osaka in Japan, and truly know their stuff! Each course had the perfect textures and flavors to compliment one another while also serving as a stand-alone morsel. Shout out to the coconut match pudding dessert with a blueberry and gold leaf -- absolutely INCREDIBLE. If you're unsure of coming, this is you're wake-up call!!! read more

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My son took me here for my birthday last night. It was the first time for both of us at Sushi Teru. Everything was wonderful -- the fish was the freshest I've ever had, each piece of sushi and tender and delicious, and for many of the fish, some of which were unusual varieties, a warm and kind hostess showed us a picture: the golden-eyed snapper, the pike mackerel, the snow crab, etc. One course was a mushroom broth served in a little teapot and small bowl which was fantastic, too. As my son said, practically everything we tasted I responded to by crying "Fantastic!" The setting was serene, with soft music, and kind explanations by the chef about the region of Japan and waters or island where each fish might be found. One particular highlight was fatty tuna with white truffles (they were from Italy, not Japan, the chef assured us). My favorite was probably the softest most delicious scallop I've ever had; my son's was the ocean eel, very different from the usual unagi. Before our dessert, the staff served me the sweetest pineapple I've ever tasted adorned with a birthday candle; the dessert was a kind of pudding of which I scraped up every bit. Kindness, authenticity, and calm made for an unforgettable evening. Both my son and I look forward to returning. We won't wait for another birthday! read more

Sushi Teru, the finest omakase opened two years ago during pandemic so it's still sort of hidden yet I wanted to go and give it a try as an omakase lover. Just like the way I appreciate sushi and sashimi, the omakase was in edomae style of authentic and traditional practice. Chef Teru explained each course by himself with the sincere hospitality throughout the course. Rare and fine cuts directly from Japan. Best nights to dine here are certainly Tuesdays and Wednesdays as most fishes arrive oh Tuesday and Chef Teru has little more room to engage with the diners. Definitely coming back with my omakase advocate friends! Thanks Chef Teru! read more

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I came here again with many of my coworkers, and we had an incredible experience, with both the freshness of fish, quality of service, and special ambiance. For Yelpers out there, I'm not sure where two negative reviews in the past 6 months came from. I have no affiliation with Sushi Teru but my experiences have been the exact opposite of those reviews, and I think the other top reviews seem to confirm this. Highly recommend! read more

Okay Environment yi ban Sushi good okay Easy to reserve An kang yu gan good Mochi truffle egg good read more

Unassuming but really, really excellent. We got the most fancy omakase ($200 pp) and sat outside due to Covid-19, however the indoor doesn't really seem like has much more ambiance than the basic sidewalk set up. It's a lot of money to pay for a place that looks like they have $10 lunch specials, but I was pleasantly surprised. This really was one of the best omakase experiences food-wise I have ever had. Each course was explained - the variety of fish in the meal was impressive. This is one of the more traditional type omakase places - it isn't going to be super creative with too many flavors going on. They really highlight the fish. Service was on point and everything was very, very good. There are less expensive omakase options if you don't want to drop $200 - one of the sets is $60 which is a really great deal (and what I would have gotten if I was the one paying the bill!) read more

Great Omakase restaurant to visit during covid-19 with the staff taking great safety measures and tables spaced very far apart. The best part of the Omakase was our server, he told us what every piece of fish was, where it was from, the seasonality of the fish, and even showed us pictures on a tablet. We started with the uni sampler, which I highly recommend. The Omakase itself featured incredible bites of sushi, served 3 pieces at a time. Highly recommend for a special occasion or a treat yourself meal! read more

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Made a res on open table for outdoor dining- we enjoyed our meal here on a Friday at 6:30. Tables are socially distanced. Our waiter was very friendly and attentive. We ordered the mid-tier omakase option. All the fish was very fresh and also interesting - all from Japan. The chef came out to greet the diners and was pleasant and appreciative. The miso soup comes with tiny mushrooms which is a nice textural surprise. Some of the fish we tried this evening included barracuda, striped jack, golden eye snapper, sea bream, uni, Spanish mackerel, another silver fish, finished with a yellowtail handroll. The size of the pieces are quite generous. Dessert: matcha coconut custard for dessert with hojicha tea. A lovely meal indeed. read more

THIS IS OUR ABSOLUTE FAVORITE OMAKASE IN THE CITY. every bite here every time hits the perfect note and it is served and created with love. the staff are delicate and truly care about your experience and the chef is a master of his craft. read more

Sushi Teru: Good food, fresh fish, friendly and humble service, not overpriced! We have tried plenty omakase restaurants in the city and Teru definitely makes it to our top list. They have a spacious sidewalk on Hudson street, great for people watching, you get a good breeze, and if you're lucky you could hear a very amazing jazz band playing around the restaurant during the weekend! Worth trying! read more

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The chef make Edomae sushi So good , right now they do take out & Our door seating But still has good food read more

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Really, really wonderful spot! I got the $60 omakase set and each piece was a delightful bite of flavor, freshness, and originality. You can tell the chef put a lot of thought into the menu. Staff was incredibly kind & knew the ins and outs of each fish. The matcha dessert was a secret winner for the night. read more

I happened to walk by here on a work trip to NYC and I'm so glad I did. The meal was amazing! Best toro I've ever had and service was great too. read more

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I had the omakase dinner at the counter yesterday night. It was the best omakase I have had in 12 years living in the city and going to all the spots. The quality of the produce they use is insane and beyond any other omakase at that price point. The service is extremely attentive and delicate. The skills and the precision of Chef Kou are impressive. Every course was perfect. read more

I live a few blocks from this place and was curious after it just opened up. After seeing a few rave reviews, my girlfriend and I decided to try it out and couldn't be happier we did. This is truly one of the best omakase restaurants in NYC and personally think it rivals any of the city's top spots. The fish is incredibly delicious and the preparation is amazing. The staff was also extremely friendly and made sure we had an amazing experience read more

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This is my favorite Omakase and the service is wonderful. I went for my birthday and I can't wait to go back!

I had the $200 omakase, so this review only applies to that. The food was very mediocre. The sushi rice wasn't fully cooked, it was hard/dry/crispy. Decor was fine and Service was good. Can't get over the quality of food for the price. I won't go back because there are so many establishments in NYC that are better. read more

Not the type to leave a review so you know I'm being honest lol! This place was AMAZING...If the price was about half the cost. Me and my wife went here for a date, I saw the "$$$$" so I knew what I was walking into. But it was roughly $800 for the omakase set and (1) bottle of sake. We both left hungry which was also very disappointing. If you want to spend a lot of money for food come here. The three stars I'm giving are for the chefs that worked the sushi bar. Absolutely AMAZING, the chefs are the only reason I would ever come back to this place. Incredibly hospitable, and not to mention the servers were also incredibly helpful. But, for $800. Just NO. read more

Overpriced for low quality sushi, lacked flavor and it tastes like it's been defrosted. Omakase that had nothing special in its menu. I took my girlfriend here for her birthday and I felt embarrassed for taking her because it was one of the worst omakase's we've ever had. Wouldn't come back here. read more

An absolutely incredible experience. Every piece was incredible; I especially loved the notes of citrus Chef Teru added to each piece. Chef Teru and the waitresses gave us so much insight into each of the pieces and were all so kind to us throughout the night. Would highly recommend to anyone who would want an authentic and incredible omakase experience. read more

Amazing! The owner and chef, along with his whole staff was very courteous and warm. The place is clean. And most importantly the food was fresh and delicious! His choices were right on. The portions were perfect. read more

Tried the $85 omakase and it was very very good. The service was excellent as well. The only thing I strongly suggest is to take temperatures and contact information for contact tracing. read more

We tried the $200 per person counter course. I have to say among all the Omakase courses I've had, this was absolutely the worst one. I noticed a strong fishy smell the second I walked in from the outside dining area, and from the smell one could tell their ingredients were not that fresh. The sushi rice was either badly cooked or under kneaded that it could barely stick together. A couple pieces of sushi even fell apart when I picked them up. The start courses tasted dull and rough, not to mention that they were prepared with a lack of aesthetics. One dish was even too salty to finish. The sushi courses were below average too. I found a mosquito in my sake bottle as well, which was epically gross. When I mentioned it to the chef, the first thing he did was bullshitting, telling me it flew into the bottle after served. I mean, the bottle was not see through, so no one knew whether it was there at the beginning or went in halfway. But after all, there shouldn't be that many bugs here that one could even exist a sake bottle if the sanity level of the restaurant was ok. After several rounds of reasoning, the stuff finally apologized and decided not to charge for the sake - a simple act they could have done at the beginning to maintain the least decency. To all sushi lovers, if you see the overall 5 star review and got confused when seeing this one, please check out the most recent reviews of this place. Since this was the first time I've been here, I couldn't speak for the past but only to give my honest opinion on how it was nowadays. Maybe the quality of food and services here used to be pretty good. Who knows. read more

Run don't walk to Sushi Teru. Best sushi we've had in a very long time. Every piece was a burst of melt in your mouth flavor. Each plate was a piece of art, and even the sushi trays that were for takeout were given meticulous attention. The chef was spectacular, explaining and showing pictures of each fish. And just when you think the best part is over, the homemade desert will be the best Japanese desert you've ever had! read more

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Highly recommended this place This place just open n we went for outdoor seating n we're blown away by the quality and freshness of the sushi n sashimi appetizer n homemade dessert, especially for the price. Overall really love this place and would go again The chef and the server very friendly read more

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Fantastic new addition to the New York sushi-ya scene. Chef Kou-san clearly has the pedigree and experience to bring to life a meaningful and differentiated new addition to the NYC sushi offering. Kou-san is formerly of heavy hitters Kurumazushi and Sushi Ginza Onodera. We enjoyed the warm hospitality and good quality of some not easy to find cuts and varieties of fish. They are opening in the most challenging of times and making a really admirable go of it and we're wishing them every success. read more

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